Indian Institute of
Cartoonists
is an organization, first of its kind in India, established with the aim of
promoting the art of cartooning in the country. The Institute, based in Bangalore, aims to
recognize talents in the field of cartooning and reward them, showcase and
preserve their art for future generations, guide young and budding
cartoonists and above all, popularize the art among the masses.

Perhaps IIC is the only organization in the field of cartooning
worldwide having so many activities under one umbrella.

Images of Cartoon workshop held at the gallery
on 14th and 15th April 2012

Cartoonist Balraj giving introduction to the workshop

Cartoonists Narendra and Nagesh watching the proceedings

MKMA jury Gujjarappa commenting on cartoon drawn by a
participant

MKMA jury Gujjarappa demonstrating live caricatures

Cartoonist Balraj conducting a session

Following is the letter from Shri. R K Laxman and
Smt. Kamala Laxman blessing Indian Institute of Cartoonists on the occasion
of this 5th Anniversary function

Dear Narendra,We wish the anniversary function all success. You
have done a fabulous job in building up the Institute and May God bless you
and all those connected with it.Signed by Shri. R K Laxman and Smt. Kamala Laxman.

All this requires enormous funds, perseverance and above all
the goodwill and co-operation of the masses. It is no mean task to garner
resources, in the form of people and money, to work towards this goal. We
request Philanthropists, Corporates, Bankers, Industrialists, Businessman and
Media Magnates to open their hearts and purses to further this cause. Spread
the word around, the noble cause would surely do with large dose of media
publicity. Be a part of movement. Any donation, sponsorship or membership in
whatever measure is outmost welcome. We assure you that it is no mere
charity; it is an involvement and investment that will stand in good stead
for our children, their future and their freedom of expression. It is small
tribute to the people who with their pen pepper the paper daily in an
indomitable spirit of humour. A tribute to the people who put thought into
our minds even as they put a smile onto our faces.